Kansas City Chiefs offensive tackle Branden Albert is likely to be the top free agent target of the Arizona Cardinals, according to FOX Sports 910 Phoenix. Albert is coming off his sixth season and first Pro Bowl selection after being franchise tagged by the Chiefs last offseason.
Branden Albert likely Cardinals’ first priority in free agency
The Cardinals will be looking to beef up their offensive line this offseason.
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Similar offensive tackles have cashed in midway through their careers. Eagles left tackle Jason Peters was made the highest paid offensive lineman in the league in 2009, when he signed a six-year, $60 million deal. Browns blindside blocker Joe Thomas signed a seven-year, $84 million contract in 2011. Albert is not in their league as a player, but should command a similar deal.
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